Pontus Jansson is a cult hero at Leeds, but Aston Villa supporters are taking Nathan Baker to their hearts.
Pontus Jansson has had a dream start since signing on loan for Leeds United, helping them into the play-offs.
The centre-back has quickly become a fan favourite due to his uncompromising playing style and bravery and quality to score goals.
Leeds’ Pontus Jansson scores their first goal
His defensive prowess saw Leeds fans come up with a chant in his honour within just a few games.
Now Aston Villa supporters have their own one just like it at Leeds fans are not impressed.
The Leeds chant begins, ‘Pontus Jansson is magic, he wears a magic hat, if you throw a brick at him, he’ll head the ****er back’.
A near identical chant was heard sung by Aston Villa supporters during their FA Cup tie against Tottenham yesterday, broadcast live on television.
Tottenham’s Son Heung-min in action with Aston Villa’s Nathan Baker
The player honoured was centre-back Nathan Baker, who has looked like a player rejuvenated this season, and is playing a key role under Steve Bruce.
Here is a look at Villa fans signing the chant hailing the 25-year-old…
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